Ecotour Management - Online Course

Ecotourism first grew out of our love of being outdoors, from mountaineering to trail rides.

Now you have the chance to do what you love with Ecotourism by building your own business or working with someone to assist them in providing eco tours and activities for customers.

Throughout the Ecotour Management course you will determine the ethical and legal considerations for your business, along with the safety and management requirements of your business.

There is the chance for further studies after completing this course.

The course is self-paced to fit around your work and family commitments.

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Course Outline
Course Code: 
BTR101
Duration: 
100 hours - Access for 12 months
Delivery: 
Online & Correspondence
Certificate: 
Statement of achievement
Lesson Structure: 
  1. Nature and Scope of Ecotourism
  2. Management Issues
  3. Industry Destinations
  4. The Tour Desk and Office
  5. Accommodation Facilities
  6. Catering Facilities
  7. Legal Considerations
  8. Safety
  9. Planning an Ecotourism Activity
Aims - the learning objectives of the course: 
  • Describe the scope of ecotourism experiences available.
  • Determine management issues related to ecotourism activities or enterprises, giving due consideration to environmental and ethical concerns.
  • Develop an awareness of ecotourism destinations in existence and possibilities.
  • Explain the management and operation of an ecotourism office.
  • Explain the management of ecotourist accommodation facilities including:
  1. Camp sites
  2. Cabins
  3. Caravans
  4. Resorts
  • Identify catering options for different ecotourism activities.
  • Identify legal and statutory requirements for the establishment and operation of an ecotourism enterprise.
  • Identify and establish safety precautions, requirements and procedures for an ecotourism enterprise.
  • Plan for an ecotourism activity.